How to Recruit Tunisian Workers for the Gulf — Complete 2025 Guide | Expert Manpower

Recruiting Tunisian professionals for Saudi Arabia or the Gulf is a structured process that, when managed properly, delivers qualified candidates in 4 to 8 weeks. This guide walks you through every step from job definition to the worker's arrival.

Step 1 — Define the Role Precisely

Before contacting an agency, clearly define: the job title, required qualifications (degrees, years of experience, languages), the offered salary, benefits (housing, meals, transport, annual ticket), and the number of candidates needed. The more precise your brief, the more efficient the shortlisting will be.

Step 2 — Choose a Licensed Recruitment Agency

In Tunisia, agencies recruiting for abroad must be licensed by the Ministry of Employment. Expert Manpower operates under Licence 22/2017, issued by the Tunisian government and recognized by the Saudi Embassy. An unlicensed agency exposes the employer to legal risks and unqualified candidates.

Step 3 — Shortlisting and Testing

Expert Manpower pre-selects candidates according to your criteria: degree verification, preliminary interviews, and practical tests (for chefs, technicians, nurses). You receive a shortlist of 3 to 5 qualified candidates with full CVs, introduction videos, and test results within 5 to 10 business days.

Step 4 — Interview and Final Selection

You conduct final interviews via Zoom or by visiting Tunisia. After selection, we prepare a bilingual employment contract (Arabic/English or Arabic/French) compliant with Tunisian and Saudi Ministry of Labour requirements.

Step 5 — GAMCA Medical Examination

Any worker going to Saudi Arabia must pass the GAMCA (Gulf Cooperation Council Approved Medical Centres Association) medical examination. It includes: full blood work, chest X-ray, tuberculosis screening, and infectious disease testing. Results in 3 to 5 business days. Cost: approximately 45–55 EUR.

Step 6 — Visa and Departure

After the medical, we handle document attestation (Ministry of Higher Education → Tunisian Ministry of Foreign Affairs → Saudi Embassy) and the visa application. Timeline: 2 to 4 weeks. Expert Manpower coordinates the flight booking and accompanies the candidate until departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does recruitment from Tunisia take?

4 to 8 weeks from initial brief to worker departure: 1 week for shortlisting, 1 week for interviews, 2–4 weeks for the medical and visa.

Who pays the recruitment costs?

Agency fees, attestation costs, and visa fees are paid by the employer. The candidate pays nothing — this is one of Expert Manpower's quality guarantees.

What is the replacement guarantee period?

Expert Manpower offers a 3-month free replacement guarantee. If the candidate leaves or does not fit, we replace them at no extra charge.

Can I recruit a group (e.g. 10 chefs)?

Yes, Expert Manpower handles volume recruitment. We have experience delivering 50+ qualified candidates for a single client over 2 to 3 months.

How to Recruit Tunisian Workers for the Gulf — Complete 2025 Guide